$69 million housing repairs and maintenance program announced

Minister for Housing and Community Development Gerry McCarthy has announced a $69 million housing repairs and maintenance program to boost the construction industry, create local jobs and improve living standards across the Territory.

The funding is part of the Territory Labor Government’s record $1.7 billion spend this financial year on infrastructure.

“We are doing everything we can to create and retain jobs for Territorians,” Mr McCarthy said.

“We know times are tough for many local businesses and that’s why these investments are vital.

“Starting immediately, this stimulus package will deliver $69million in major and minor works across the Territory supporting hundreds of local jobs.

“A major component of this package will see a large amount of repairs and maintenance work carried out on public housing across the Territory.